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Radisson Blu Hotel East Midlands Airport is a hotel destination wedding venue in Derby, United Kingdom, hosting 250 at dinner and 400 at the ceremony.

Radisson Blu Hotel East Midlands Airport

DerbyEngland, United Kingdom

Radisson Blu Hotel East Midlands Airport puts 218 guest rooms and a licensed ceremony space under one roof, steps from East Midlands Airport (EMA).

Guests
250 at dinner400 at the ceremony
Rooms
218 rooms
Ceremony
Legal ceremony on site
Getting there
EMA

About the venue

Radisson Blu Hotel East Midlands Airport puts 218 guest rooms and a licensed ceremony space under one roof, steps from East Midlands Airport (EMA).

The meeting and banquet space seats up to 400 for a ceremony and 250 for a seated dinner, with room for 400 standing and a dedicated dance space for the evening.

Legal ceremonies can be held on site, catering is handled in house, and there is a bar, swimming pool, on-site parking and an airport shuttle, which makes travel simple for guests flying in.

Room options run from Standard and Superior Rooms for two up to Junior Suites, One Bedroom Suites and the Presidential Suite, each sleeping four, plus Premium and Superior Rooms with runway views.

  • Licensed for legal ceremonies on site, seating up to 400 guests
  • Seated dining for 250 and standing receptions for up to 400
  • 218 bedrooms on site, including Junior Suites and a Presidential Suite sleeping four
  • In-house catering, an on-site bar and a dedicated dance space

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
250 guests
Standing reception
400 guests
Ceremony, seated
400 guests

Staying over

Rooms
218 rooms
Room types
7 listed

House rules

Pets
Yes

Getting there

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Nearest airport
EMA
Parking
Yes
Step-free access
Yes
Guest transport
Yes

Questions about the venue

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Can we hold a legal ceremony and the reception at the hotel?
Yes. The venue is licensed for legal ceremonies on site, and the indoor meeting and banquet space hosts the reception, seating up to 400 for the ceremony and 250 for a seated meal.
How many guests can stay overnight?
The hotel has 218 rooms, including Standard, Superior and Premium Rooms with runway views, Junior Suites, a One Bedroom Suite and a Presidential Suite. Suites sleep up to four and standard categories sleep two to three.
Is there parking and transport for guests?
Yes. There is on-site parking and a shuttle service, and the hotel sits at East Midlands Airport (EMA) for guests travelling in by air.
Do you provide the catering and bar?
Catering is provided in house and there is a bar on site.
Can guests bring pets, and is the venue accessible?
Pets are allowed and the venue is accessible. For specific arrangements, contact the team on +44 1509 670575 or at reservations.eastmidlandsairport@radissonblu.com.

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Sources for individual venue facts

  • Seated dinner: 250 guests

    “Ideal for large-scale conferencing, presentations and dinner dances for up to 250 the room can be laid out to your specifications.”
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  • Standing reception: 400 guests

    “Our 9 conference rooms provide a bright, professional space that's perfect for both business and social gatherings of up to 400 guests—conferences, weddings, dinners, or other special events.”
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  • Ceremony, seated: 400 guests

    “At its maximum capacity, up to 400 guests fit nicely in a theatre-style set up.”
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  • Rooms: 218 rooms

    “In addition to a convenient location, our hotel features 218 airy rooms and suites with a fresh color scheme and contemporary furnishings.”
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  • Room types: 7 listed

    “Superior Room”
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  • Legal ceremony on site: Yes

    “Wedding venue approved for civil marriages and civil partnerships.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Experience high-quality food and outstanding service at the Runway Brasserie, our on-site restaurant, where you can enjoy a great meal.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “The hotel bar provides a sophisticated atmosphere for sharing food, drinks, and good conversation with colleagues or loved ones, all with a view of planes taking off or landing.”
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  • Pets: Yes

    “Pets allowed — ask for details”
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  • Nearest airport: EMA

    “EMA”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “We offer convenient paid parking spaces at the hotel for our guests.”
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  • Step-free access: Yes

    “To ensure all guests enjoy a comfortable stay, our hotel includes five accessible rooms and enforce a nonsmoking policy.”
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  • Guest transport: Yes

    “Just 2 minutes from the airport with a free shuttle, we deliver the “Feel the Difference” experience through exceptional service, flexible spaces, and our signature “Yes I Can!” attitude - making us one of the UK’s most connected and complete business destinations.”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “Our 9 conference rooms provide a bright, professional space that's perfect for both business and social gatherings of up to 400 guests—conferences, weddings, dinners, or other special events.”
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  • Space for dancing: Yes

    “Ideal for large-scale conferencing, presentations and dinner dances for up to 250 the room can be laid out to your specifications.”
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  • Swimming pool: Yes

    “Sit in the heated pool or steam room for the ultimate indulgence.”
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